Description
This quick and easy hash browns recipe is perfect for busy mornings, customizable with different ingredients, and delivers delicious comfort food in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Medium-Sized Russet Potatoes
- 1 Small Onion (Optional)
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil or Vegetable Oil
- Salt, to Taste
- Pepper, to Taste
- Optional: Garlic Powder or Paprika for Extra Flavor
- Fresh Herbs for Garnish
Instructions
- Grate the potatoes.
- Rinse and drain the grated potatoes in cold water.
- Squeeze out excess moisture from the potatoes.
- Chop onion (if using) and mix with grated potatoes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add and spread potatoes in the skillet, pressing down with a spatula.
- Season with salt, pepper, and any optional spices.
- Cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until crispy.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Don’t forget to squeeze out the moisture for crispy hash browns! Feel free to cook in batches for the best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg